If you and a partner or former partner have a child together and are not married, your parental issues are addressed through a Parentage Action. Paternity cases involve issues such as establishing parentage, contesting parentage, obtaining DNA testing to determine parentage, child custody, child support, visitation, medical insurance, medical expenses and other issues relating directly to the child. Either parent in Illinois can file an action with regard to parentage issues. If you have a child with an individual who is not your spouse, we can provide you necessary information to address your needs. Even before the birth of your child you should contact us to discuss your options.